FEATURE ARTICLES
Nature inspires a holistic fight against pollution
Berkem showcases the anti-pollution effects of extracts from raspberry leaves and green tea
Endorphin peptide-based wrinkle treatment
Kalichem introduces Peptilift, which is based on an innovative biomimetic endorphin included in a functional delivery system
The ‘solidification’ of liquid shampoos and conditioners
JRS’s new technology means the personal care industry can re-develop a wide range of existing cosmetic formulations into solid forms
Enhancing emotional wellbeing with plant cells
Turmeria Zen from turmeric stem cells acts against stress wrinkles and significantly increases the wellbeing and hydration of stressed skin, say Vytrus
Living the lifestyle dream with sustainable cosmetics
Clare Goodwin of Infinity Ingredients looks at some of the key themes around lifestyle cosmetics and explains why they are here to stay
COVER STORY: Jasmine to connect skin biology and emotions
Caressense™ biofunctional is a phytofermented extract from fresh and organic jasmine flowers, inspired by research on the connection between skin and emotions and the ‘chemistry of love’.
A natural solution for atopic skin
A purified natural active ingredient, composed of oligosaccharides extracted from the roots of mondo grass is able to restore the homeostasis of atopic skin
Transferring pigmentation from forearm to face
Using methods to transfer pigmentation digitally from volunteers’ inner forearms to their faces can help to predict facial pigmentation reactions
Improving hair thickening with amaranth peptides
A new peptide composition, rich in phenylalanine and histidine amino acids and with a low average molecular weight, can help reinforce hair’s structural integrity and tensile strength
Transcending skin ethics with a new ethos
Provital has launched a multifunctional active developed around an internationally recognised ethical initiative in Mexico
COP-26: Sustainable cosmetics on show
Natura-Tec participated at COP-26 to demonstrate a sustainable, responsible and forward-looking collaborative approach within the cosmetics industry
Avocado polyphenols for dark circles and eye bags
In vitro studies have demonstrated the biological activity of avocado extract with high polyphenol content in a key area of eye care and these have been confirmed by two clinical studies
Transforming a botanical with sub-critical water
Lipotec has developed an extract of the ‘resurrection plant’ and transformed it using sub-critical water technology to generate a novel active ingredient
Opacity, viscosity, structure or body
Koster Keunen’s waxes are indicated for use in all cosmetic formulations, and their different properties allow cosmetic formulators to control the outcome of their finished formulas
Hydroalcoholic hand sanitisers in the COVID era
The use of hydroalcoholic hand sanitisers has turned into a necessary part of our personal care routine and our daily life.
Personal care hygiene, now and forever?
The early days of pandemic saw a huge spike in online discussions about the importance of hygiene. What is the current thinking two years on?
Hand sanitisers for COVID protection and more
The editor, Dr Andrew Warmington, reports from the in-cosmetics Formulation summit in London last November
COVER STORY: Natural, waterless & sustainable hair products
Natura-Tec’s commitment to drive the CLEAN BEAUTY philosophy and to offer alternatives to synthetic products responds to this new consumer demand.
COVER STORY: Revitalise regeneration for anti-ageing effects
Regeneration is the innate capacity of living beings to repair themselves by the beneficial use of their own resources. Preserving this property is a key strategy for ageing well and in good health.
A biodegradable, broadspectrum antibacterial
Vertellus looks at an effective antibacterial agent that is applicable in a variety of formulations and has activity against many microorganisms
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